The first steps have been taken in the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa – the Eastern Cape’s biggest mass participation charity event, which takes place on Saturday, October 31. With prostate cancer now the most diagnosed cancer in South Africa, one of the focus areas for the 2026 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer is men’s health. Funds raised in the 2026 event on October 31 will support projects by the Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa and CHOC …
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Leukaemia Symptoms Often Mistaken for Common Illnesses
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is raising awareness of leukaemia, a blood cancer with early symptoms often mistaken for common illnesses such as the flu, viral infections, stress, or simple fatigue. Bone Marrow Stem Cell Donation and Leukaemia Awareness Month (15 August to 15 October) aims to raise awareness of blood cancers and encourage more people to join stem cell donor registries. Recognising the warning signs early can help people seek medical attention …
Kusche ready to challenge the 10km specialists as Kibet targets victory at Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K
Refusing to be pigeonholed as an ultra-marathon specialist, reigning Comrades Marathon champion George Kusche is setting his sights on a fast time at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K on Sunday 23 August 2026, while Kenya’s Salem Kibet arrives ready to challenge for victory. Returning to South Africa in 2023 armed with a sub-four-minute mile and a 13:28.95 5000m personal best following a productive college track career on the highly competitive US NCAA circuit, Kusche set about making steady …
Tshwane SAPS foils armed robbery
GAUTENG - On 11 August 2026, SAPS members from Rietgat and Loate station Task Teams were conducting patrols in identified crime hotspots in Extension 3, Mhlaumbe, Winterveldt, when they came across a grey Ford Ranger Raptor occupied by a white male. The members stopped next to the vehicle and engaged the occupant, who informed them that he had travelled to the area to purchase a generator advertised on Facebook Marketplace. The members warned the man that the advertisement was likely to be …
Moreletapark, Elardus Park and Erasmuskloof Power Outages
The City’s technicians are working tirelessly to resolve the Pretoria East power outages which have plagued the area since Monday, 10 August 2026. The team received the first outage report from Mooikloof Substation on Monday, 10 August 2026, which is one of the two substations feeding Moreletapark. Only a portion of the area was affected. Technicians managed to identify the faulty cable which caused the trip and isolated it from the panel. The area was switched back on via backfeed and all …
Bundox Introduces Wild Escape Packages for Short Greater Kruger Stays
GREATER KRUGER, South Africa, August 2026, Bundox Safari Co. has added two Wild Escape getaways for travellers looking for a shorter safari stay in the Greater Kruger region. Wild Escapes is Bundox’s collection of short safari getaways, available at selected camps and during defined travel periods. Both current packages require a minimum stay of two nights. This gives guests enough time to settle into the camp and enjoy the safari experience while keeping the getaway practical for couples, …
SA’s Tertiary Education Capacity Crisis Gains Momentum
Johannesburg: As South Africa’s matric learners prepare for the next chapter of their lives, many are already looking towards taking further steps in their academic journey. Yet for thousands of qualifying high school graduates a significant challenge may be securing a place at a tertiary institution. With traditionally popular tertiary education providers unable to accommodate growing demand, concerns are mounting over whether the country’s tertiary education system has the capacity …
Alora Medical Launches the New Labour & Recovery Care Kit — Because Mum Deserves to Be Cared for Too.
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa: Baby gets the onesies. Baby gets the blankets. Baby gets the nursery. But who packs for Mum? Alora Medical is fixing that oversight with the launch of the Alora Labour & Recovery Care Kit — the first Alora all-in-one hospital bag essential designed exclusively for maternal comfort, faster recovery, and postpartum wellbeing. Available now on Amazon South Africa for a launch price of just R750 (usually R999), the kit transforms the chaotic hospital-bag checklist …
Lepas South Africa Supports Black Coffee Foundation’s Expanded Gift of Sight Initiative
As the official mobility partner of the Black Coffee Foundation, Lepas supported the delivery of the Gift of Sight initiative at Zenzeleni Primary School in Alexandra. The four-day programme provided learners with comprehensive eye screenings and vision assessments, while introducing oral health assessments and access to essential dental care for the first time. Through its continued partnership with the Foundation, Lepas helped bring vital healthcare services directly to learners, supporting …
1,200 Students With Disabilities Connect With South Africa’s Leading Employers at Landmark Workplace Readiness Summit
Johannesburg, South Africa – More than 1,200 final-year students with disabilities from across South Africa will take an important step towards meaningful employment today as the Disability Workplace Readiness Summit opened in Johannesburg. The two-day summit which continues tomorrow, has already created a vibrant platform for students to engage directly with more than 40 leading corporate organisations, explore career opportunities, gain valuable workplace insights and establish connections …